My dog's tail wound is spreading after maggots. What should I do?

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My lab is 2 years old now. Last Sunday, I saw this (Photo attached ) near to her tail. It was infected with maggots as well. I've went to veterinary hospital near me and they told me to clean it and spray eucalypt oil to heal the wound and maggots. now the wound getting better. But Surrounded areas are getting some sort of weird. Today I saw another wound forming near to me. How do i take care of her? Please respond. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | 1 year and 10 months old | 78 lbs

Stacey Anstaett, DVM · Accepted Answer

I'm so sorry to hear that! I am very concerned that the tissue under the skin (connective tissue, muscle, etc) is becoming "necrotic" meaning that tissue is dying. I am also concerned there may still be a maggot issue, as the area is spreading (you said there is a new wound forming). She needs to be evaluated by a vet, and it will probably be necessary to have surgery to debride (cut away/remove) the unhealthy tissue. She will need antibiotics as well. Please take her to a vet who can care for her. Unfortunately there really is not a home solution that is going to be effective. Best of luck with her, I'm sorry I can't recommend a way for you to treat this at home.

My dog's tail wound is spreading after maggots. What should I do?

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